To: Members of the Public Art Commission
From: Maia Yates, Staff Liaison
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Strategic Initiatives
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Executive Summary
The purpose of this agenda item is for members and staff to provide updates on and discuss the strategic initiatives identified in the public art plan for the following thematic goals: the beautification of public spaces, community engagement, conservation and maintenance, creating an arts destination, making art part of the conversation and public/private funding.
March updates will include:
• Parks Planner Matt Roth will be in attendance to provide design options to enhance the landscaped area around the art installation near Town Hall called And The Wheels Go Round
• Reviewing and ranking the submissions received for Douglas County Art Encounters for installation in late spring 2025
• Budget planning for the Public Art Fund for 2026-2030
• Staff updates on implemented and scheduled social media outreach and the Art and Culture Grant Program
• A subcommittee update on the Castle Rock Arts and Culture Foundation
• A location discussion for a proposed sculpture series called The Big Drive